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Sitting of Wednesday, 9 April 2025

10th Parliament· 11 debates· 228 speeches· 52 speakers

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  5. 5 Oral question Oral Question: Hon. Prime Minister on University Development and Conflict Resolution 16 speeches
    • Mr. Deputy Speaker procedural
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    • The Hon. Amila Prasad SJB

      AI summary Amila Prasad asked the Prime Minister about student protests at the Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine over alleged inadequate facilities, requesting clarification on the identified problems, reported comments that the university is unsuccessful, possible use of nearby premises for non-Indigenous Medicine faculties, and the findings of an appointed expert committee. He also raised unrest over the appointment of a Principal to Bandaranaike College, Gampaha, and urged urgent attention to prevent harm to the school’s reputation.

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    • The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB

      AI summary The Prime Minister said Principal appointments are now being made through a uniform, interview-based procedure for qualified applicants, including the appointment at Bandaranaike College, to correct irregular acting appointments made under previous governments. On Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine, she said an expert committee has been appointed to examine complaints, particularly regarding the expansion of faculties and programmes without adequate staffing or infrastructure and concerns about programmes outside the institution’s core mandate. The committee is due to report by 2 June, after which decisions will be taken. She also outlined existing Ayurveda, Siddha and Unani degree provision across four universities and said steps are being taken to regularize and reduce delays in internships and appointments for indigenous medical graduates.

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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam questioned the Prime Minister on post-war reconciliation, stating that Sri Lanka has not addressed root causes of conflict or ensured truth and justice 16 years after the war. He asked what action the Government is taking on emblematic massacre cases, enforced disappearances, political prisoners, use and repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act, land seizures by State actors and others, and the timeline for a new Constitution.

      Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionCorruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Full speech →
    • The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya JJB

      AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya said the Government would investigate specific complaints and emblematic cases, including the Easter Sunday attacks and attacks on media personnel, while noting the difficulty of evidence gathering 16 years after the war. She stated that mechanisms such as the Office on Missing Persons would be strengthened to address enforced disappearances, and requested details on any persons allegedly held for political beliefs so their cases could be reviewed. She reiterated the Government’s commitment to repeal the PTA, said a Cabinet-approved committee would prepare a White Paper on repeal and replacement national security legislation, and noted ongoing identification of military-held land for release without altering ethnic composition. She also said the Government’s initial focus was economic stabilization and elections, with a consultative process for a new Constitution to begin after pending elections, including Provincial Council Elections, are addressed.

      Corruption & Governance ReformEthnic Reconciliation & DevolutionJustice & Human Rights Full speech →
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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Asked the Prime Minister about progress on “emblematic cases” related to alleged killings, abductions, and attacks during the conflict, including the Trincomalee Five case and incidents in 2009. He questioned the reliance on the OMP and Office for Reparations, noting Tamil community concerns about the absence of a judicial process and the lack of Budget allocations for those institutions. He also asked whether investigations, including statement-recording at Mullivaikkal and the recent arrest of Pillaiyan, indicate concrete progress and urged similar due process in the cases he cited.

      Justice & Human RightsSecurity & Defence Full speech →
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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam indicated that he had already asked his first question. No substantive policy issue or proposal was raised in this statement.

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    • The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya JJB

      AI summary Six months into office, the Government says it cannot be held responsible for 16 years of previous inaction but is working to strengthen State institutions to investigate past injustices and prevent recurrence. It argues that distrust of bodies such as the Office on Missing Persons and the Office for Reparations reflects earlier institutional failures, and says it is appointing suitable personnel, providing resources, and considering expanded mandates or new mechanisms if needed. The Minister also states that legislation passed the previous day forms part of this process and invites Members to identify specific cases for follow-up.

      Justice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Full speech →
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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam questioned the Prime Minister on the lack of funding for the Office on Missing Persons and the Office for Reparations, and urged the Government to act on investigations into violence, release of eligible political prisoners, and alleged ongoing State-backed land appropriations in the North and East. He also challenged the Government’s position on a new Constitution and Provincial Council Elections, asking whether urgent funds would be allocated for constitutional reform despite no Budget provision.

      Land & HousingEthnic Reconciliation & DevolutionJustice & Human Rights Full speech →
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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam requested permission to question the Prime Minister, noting that Opposition Members have limited monthly opportunities to do so. He asked whether the Government would urgently allocate funds for the preparation of a new Constitution, given that no provision for it had been made in the current year’s Budget.

      Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Full speech →
    • The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya JJB

      AI summary Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government intends to introduce a new Constitution, but will first prioritize holding long-delayed Provincial Council Elections, particularly to restore representation in the North and East. She explained that no Budget allocation has been made for the constitutional process this year because it will begin only after those elections. She also objected to the language used by another Member and requested the Chair to address unparliamentary remarks and maintain civility in parliamentary proceedings.

      Public FinanceParliamentary ProcedureEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Full speech →